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Lions Run

Lions Run

The Lions Run offers a unique fundraising race experience around Carson City's Empire Ranch Golf Course.

Race Date

Oct 10, 2026

Location

Carson City, NV

Quick facts

Date
Saturday, October 10, 2026
Location
Carson City, Nevada
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 0.9 Miles, 3.1 Miles, 6.2 Miles, 0.0 None Run (lounge chair required)
Course
Loop Course
Terrain
Road
USATF certified
Not listed

Highlights

Good For

PR Friendly

Atmosphere

Local CommunityWell OrganizedGreat Post Race

Course

Fast Flat

The Experience

The inaugural Lions Run invites participants to a unique fundraising event set against the backdrop of Carson City's Empire Ranch Golf Course. This race series offers multiple distances, including a 5K, 10K, and a half marathon, alongside a novel "None Run" where participants can win from the comfort of a lawn chair.

Runners can expect a fully supported course, with precision timing, on-course aid stations, and finish line photos. The event promises a festive atmosphere with a finish line festival, and all registered racers receive a swag bag and a race t-shirt, making it a community-focused event with a charitable purpose.

Race-provided description

Join us for our first annual Race Fundraiser THE LIONS RUN. Featuring a 5K, 10K, Half, and a Family Fun Run. We are excited to introduce a unique 0.0 None Run where you relax in your lawn chair to win! Get ready to enjoy a beautiful, and fully supported race course in and around the Empire Ranch Golf Course in Carson City.  ​ As a registered racer here's what you'll get: Swag bag full of goodies Race t-shirt Precision timing Finish line photos On-course aid stations A fun-filled finish line festival

Logistics

Race Day

Saturday, October 10, 2026

Start Time

8:00 AM

Giveaway

T-Shirt

Start Location

1875 Fair Way, Carson City, NV 89701, Carson City, NV, 89706

Directions

Course Info

Course Type

Loop Course

Terrain

road

Scenery

Park

Surface

Paved

Difficulty

Ultra-Flat

Net Drop/km

0 m (Flat)

Separation

0.0%

Also Offers

0.9 Miles3.1 Miles6.2 Miles0.0 None Run (lounge chair required)

Quality Score

Methodology
Heritage0/20

first year

Size0/15

no finisher counts yet

Momentum3/5

small race — neutral

Loyalty0/20

needs a few years of results

Course & details8/15

3 timing sources · 7 photos

National draw0/10

no finisher data yet

Front-pack speed0/5

no winner time yet

Weather5/10

typical high 70°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

46°

Afternoon (High)

70°

Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish

0.0"

Precipitation

9 mph

Wind

45%

Humidity

Race Photos

Frequently asked

When is the Lions Run?

The Lions Run is held on Saturday, October 10, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.

Where does the Lions Run take place?

It takes place in Carson City, Nevada.

What distances does the Lions Run offer?

The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 0.9 Miles, 3.1 Miles, 6.2 Miles, 0.0 None Run (lounge chair required).

Is the Lions Run course flat and good for a PR?

The Lions Run is a ultra-flat, loop course course.

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